Many-lined cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Many-lined cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus multilineatus), first described by Bleeker, 1874 is a small fish in the family Apogonidae (order Apogoniformes). Adults typically reach 10.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 2 to 25 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. The species largely solitary in behaviour. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Apogonidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. Numerous thin lines on body and thick bands through eye and below. Sometimes a small black peduncular spot . : elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Many-lined cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 2 - 25 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amia multilineata | Bleeker | 1874 | Synonym |
| Apogon multilineatus | Bleeker | 1874 | Synonym |
| Apogon mutilineatus | Bleeker | 1874 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Many-lined cardinalfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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